Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Matthew 5:22 Cross-References
Explore 20 cross-references for Matthew 5:22 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Matthew chapter 5 verse 22 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“But I say unto you, That whosoever is angry with his brother without a cause shall be in danger of the judgment: and whosoever shall say to his brother, Raca, shall be in danger of the council: but whosoever shall say, Thou fool, shall be in danger of hell fire. Raca: that is, Vain fellow”
Matthew 5:22 (KJV)
Commentary on Matthew 5:22
Jesus equates anger with murder in principle. The Greek 'raca' means 'empty-headed' or 'worthless'—a contemptuous insult. Calling someone 'fool' (moros) questions their moral character, not just intelligence. Such contempt makes one liable to hell fire (Gehenna), showing God's serious view of interpersonal sin.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Matthew 5:22
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“because we love the brothers. He who doesn't love his brother remains in death.”
“I love God, and hates his brother”
“is in the darkness even until now.”
“wrath”
“which defiles the whole body”
“not to be contentious”
“but are not able to kill the soul. Rather”
“if you don't each forgive your brother from your hearts for his misdeeds.,So likewise shall my heavenly Father do also unto you, if ye from your hearts forgive not every one his brother their trespasses.,,,,,,,,”
“or reviling for reviling; but instead blessing; knowing that to this were you called”